Recognition by the Tax Court That Domestic Abuse Permeates Socioeconomic Strata
The recent “innocent spouse” tax case of Zaheen v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2026-7, is noteworthy in two respects. One, it reminds us that abuse permeates…
Working Effectively With Pro Se Parties: Practical Guidance for Attorneys
Established case law tells us that pro se litigants are held to the same standards as represented parties. In practice, however, that principle does not…
It Would be Criminal to Miss It: The NCBA Criminal Justice Section’s Annual CLE!
Are you a criminal justice practitioner in state courts? How about in federal courts? Perhaps both? Do you have questions about how to manage the vast amounts…
Pro Bono Spotlight: Aishaah Foster — Advocating for Safety and Dignity
As an associate attorney at Moore & Van Allen, PLLC, Aishaah Foster brings both professional skill and deep personal commitment to her pro bono work with…
Bringing Water to the Desert, Part Two
Part One, “Bringing Water to the Desert (on a Horse With No Name),” Judge Vince Rozier (Resident Superior Court Judge in the Tenth Judicial District) and…
Work-Life Balance Strategies for Paralegals Across Legal Practice Settings
A Guide to Thriving Personally and Professionally Let’s be honest: if work-life balance truly came down to boundaries, we’d all leave the office at 5…
Breaking Barriers Through Connection: How NCBA YLD’s Grab-A-Coffee Program Brings Mentorship to Life
For many law students, building a professional network can feel daunting, especially when starting out in a new city or navigating the demanding early years…
Join Us at the Pro Bono Table on February 5!
Hello, Section Members! We are looking forward to the upcoming NCBA Conference at the Grandover on Thursday, February 5, 2026, through Friday, February 6,…
2026 Wade M. Smith Award Recipient, Cynthia P. Black, Retired Cumberland County Chief Public Defender
The Criminal Justice Section of the North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to announce that retired Cumberland County Chief Public Defender Cynthia Black…
2026 Peter S. Gilchrist III Award Recipient Connie Jordan, Retired Assistant District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 6
The Criminal Justice Section of the North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to announce that retired Assistant District Attorney Connie Jordan has been…